Famous Salopians – Part Three
Thursday 1st May 2008, 8:00AM BST.
So far in our Famous Salopians series, we’ve looked at notable folk who were born, bred, educated or currently residing in the county of Shropshire. Next up, it’s sporting heroes past and present.
Also see Part One: Celebrities and Part Two: Shrewsbury Scholars. Know of any more local sporting legends? Leave your comments below!
Scottish golfing legend Sandy Lyle was born in Shrewsbury, following his family’s move from Scotland in the 1950s. Sandy’s father, a resident professional at Hawkstone Park’s famous course, taught his son the sport when Sandy was aged just three. He’s since won the 1985 Open Championship and several other major competitions including the World Match Play Championship.
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Nice selections there, … what about Davey Edwards though!
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….. and the infamous Mary Webb?
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Mary Webb wasn’t a sporting hero.
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have we had sir gordon richards jockey born in the telford area, also matthew webb who swam the english channel, born in a similar area of the county,
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matthew webb is already listed in number 2.
there’s also david preece the footballer? think he might’ve been from bridgnorth but could be wrong…
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In relation to me saying “Mary Webb” i didnt mean in this catogory per sé …. although in saying that, i wouldnt imagine she’d come under the first two either…
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David preece was from Bridgnorth. Superb footballer and great bloke. He very sadly passed away a little while back. RIP.
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what about ted hemsley played football for sheffield united and cricket for worcestershire
a good all rounder
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